Accounting & Finance

Accounting and finance roles attract careful, analytical people, and recruiters across Australia and New Zealand are regularly briefed to find them. This category gathers finance manager, finance and operations, payroll, accounts and reporting vacancies from employers in many industries.

Most briefs share common themes: accurate processing of transactions and pay runs, timely reconciliations, GST and compliance lodgements, and reporting that helps managers make decisions. Senior briefs add budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation, system improvements and leading a small team.

To get noticed, mirror the language of the advert in your CV and back each claim with evidence. List the accounting and payroll systems you know, describe the size of the ledgers or teams you have handled in plain words, and mention any process you improved or automated. Recruiters also look for stability and integrity, so explain gaps briefly and keep referees ready. If a qualification or membership is listed as required, put it near the top of your CV so it is seen straight away.